The Aranse Oluwa Central Mosque, located at 17 Paul Street, Abule Egba, Ojokoro LCDA, Lagos State, will on Sunday, November 8, host a grand turbaning and merit award celebration in recognition of distinguished individuals whose contributions to Islam, humanity and community development have earned them widespread admiration.
The highlight of the ceremony, scheduled to commence at 10am prompt, will be the conferment of the prestigious title of Saraki Adinni on Alhaji Amb. Tade Asifat, one of Africa’s leading society journalists, former National Encomium Editor and respected community leader. Asifat is being honoured for his philanthropy, commitment to community development and selfless contributions to the growth of Islam.
Other distinguished personalities billed for honours include Alhaji Akanbi Yusuf, who will receive the title of Alakoso Adeen; Alhaja Zainab Sauta as Olori Odo Adeen Obinrin; Alhaja Rashidat Yusuf Titilope as Iyalode Adeen; and Alhaja Khadijat Hamzat as Arowoshe Adeen. The mosque said the recognition reflects the honourees’ contributions to religious activities, community service and the promotion of Islamic values.
The spiritual activities will be led by Fadilat Sheikh Alhaji Ibrahim Abd. Raheem Alapako, Chief Imam of Aranse Oluwa Central Mosque, who will deliver the guest lecture. He will be supported by Imam Abdul Rasheed Isiaka, Imam Ratibi, and Imam Abdulraheem Saad’allah Al Gadowy Al Ilory, Mufasir of the mosque, as co-anchors. Renowned spiritual leader, Primate Babatunde Elijah Ayodele, will serve as Father of the Day, while Alhaja Bintu Adenola Amusa will be the Mother of the Day.
The event will also attract an impressive gathering of political, business, entertainment and traditional figures. Among the distinguished guests of honour are APC National Secretary, Senator Surajudeen Ajibola Basiru; music icon Queen Ayotunde Balogun; businesswoman Princess Toyin Kolade, popularly known as Iyalaje Oodua; Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams; Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa; and Mr Gboyega Akosile, Senior Special Assistant to the Lagos State Governor on Media.
Adding glamour to the celebration will be an array of celebrated Fuji musicians, including King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, K1 De Ultimate; Alhaji Sulaimon Adio Atawewe; Alhaji Isiaka Adebayo Ishola Askari; Aare Sir Shina Akanni; and Alhaja Modinat Asabi Balogun Barrytide. Their presence is expected to add colour to the occasion, which will bring together religious leaders, political stakeholders, business personalities, entertainers and community members to celebrate faith, service and distinguished contributions to society.
